Chisago Lakes Area extended their losing streak to four on Saturday, dropping them down to 4-8. They came up short against the Mankato West Scarlets, falling 12-2. The Wildcats were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Scarlets apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2025.
As for Mankato West, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 13-5 record this season. Considering they have won ten games by more than six runs this season, Saturday's blowout was nothing new.
For Mankato West's part, Olivia Grack tossed a big game, tossing five innings while giving up just two earned runs off seven hits. Grack has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one walk in four consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Riley Fitzloff was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with two runs and two RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April. Cora Aanenson was another key player, going 1-for-3 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Chisago Lakes Area will challenge Cloquet at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Mankato West, they will take on Red Wing at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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